Diving Prince Dives for Film

Former diving athlete Tian Liang will dive back into the water this summer to shoot his first film.

This marks a major development for the once popular athlete, dubbed the "Diving Prince," following his retirement from competitive diving in April. Tian's decision illustrates a growing trend as athletes increasingly earn additional income from the entertainment or marketing industry.

The film "Bathing Beauty," or "Chu Shui Fu Rong," will feature a collection of mainland and Hong Kong stars, including mainland actress Eva Huang, Gillian Chung of the Hong Kong pop duo Twins, and Hong Kong heart-throb Stephen Fung.

The movie plot will revolve around the trials and tribulations of a swim team. Additional cast members will be selected from a pool of applicants, including online celebrity Sister Furong.